Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta, where rich flavors come together in a delightful dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion. This pasta recipe features tender beef, savory garlic, and a luscious creamy sauce enhanced with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or need a quick weeknight meal, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a satisfying meal that feels like a warm hug in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 teaspoons olive oil
- 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup half and half (or whole milk)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil and brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika; cook for an additional minute.
- Melt butter in the skillet; add beef broth and bring to a simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- Stir in half and half (or whole milk) and Parmesan cheese into the skillet until creamy.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Toss in cooked pasta and mix until well-coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg